Lifetime Personal Health timeline

-Visit your doctor for checkups several times a year, but receive a more comprehensive physical exam every five years.
-In your 20's you are at your peak! This means it is important to stay physically and mentally healthy.
-Exercise regularly, pay close attention to nutrition, and stay well rested.
-Pay attention to preventative care- take care of your skin and eyes to prevent skin cancer, don't smoke, and explore your family medical history early.

20s FOCUS: Focus on laying foundations for the future by maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
30s FOCUS: Eat healthy/exercise as your metabolism slows- start to consider your reproductive health.
40s FOCUS: Maintain a healthy lifestyle- see your doctor more regularly and cut out high sodium foods.
50s FOCUS: Pay attention to your body as it changes. Be aware of the affects of drugs/alcohol.
60s FOCUS: Take care of your body as you age. Talk to your doctor about your physical and cognitive health

-Visit your doctor for checkups several times a year, but receive a more comprehensive physical exam every five years.
-Your 30's is a time of success in hard work.
-As your metabolism slows you will want to maintain a healthy weight. Eat healthy foods and reduce sodium in your diet.
-Exercise 30-60 minutes most days a week.
-Follow your doctors preventative care advice and begin considering your sexual and reproductive health- particularly if you have not started a family yet.

-Visit your doctor for checkups several times a year, but receive a more comprehensive physical exam every 2-3 years.
-Your 40's signify a transition out of adulthood.
-Continue previous preventative care.
-In your 40's you may experience chronic pain, stress, fluctuation in blood pressure, and anxiety/depression.
-You may also experience sexual dysfunction, skin problems, and vision/hearing loss.
-Use physical activity as a means of lessening stress and your chances of chronic disease.

-Visit your doctor for checkups several times a year, but receive a more comprehensive physical exam every 2-3 years.
-Your 50's are a time of change. Your parent's health may be failing, your children may be ready to leave the nest, and your body is undergoing transition.
-Continue to eat healthy and exercise your mind and body.
-Consume alcohol is moderation- your body will process it differently as you age.
-Watch for hair loss, abnormal blood sugar, cancer, and menopause.

-Visit your doctor for checkups several times a year, but receive a more comprehensive physical exam every 1-2 years.
-Living a happy healthy life as you age means taking care of your body and mind. In your 60's your physical and mental health will begin to decline.
-Aging increases risk of diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis.
-Learn about the warning signs for heart attack and stroke.
- Keep an open dialogue with your doctor.
-Quit smoking and eat healthy.